Libarian Annie Spence writes specific, direct letters to the physical books she has encountered throughout her career and personal life. Using the professional process of weeding—the systematic removal of outdated or damaged titles from library shelves—Spence evaluates her own collection. She addresses classics like Matilda and The Goldfinch as if they were old friends or difficult ex-lovers. These essays categorize books into those she cherishes, those she respects but dislikes, and those she finally decides to discard.
Avid readers and library patrons look to this collection for a relatable perspective on how books inhabit our living spaces. It functions as a guide for anyone struggling to declutter their home library. Readers finish the book with a practical understanding of how to manage their personal shelves without guilt. They gain a renewed sense of how literature functions as a private dialogue between an author and a reader over many years.
Clear-cut; an easy read.
Best for readers like The Escapist Adventurer. Which reader are you?
- Published
- 2017
- Language
- EN
